I picked up the spirit of two lines from Jim's prompt piece. We are in a stage of moral transition. Why have a moral compass when one can drift along and see where life takes us? So, here is a story where the protagonist plays the Devil's Advocate. Rajiv Menon worked in a gleaming glass … Continue reading Devil’s Advocate
“Don’t talk about this till the elections are over”, she whispered before saying goodbye. He was over the moon. He had inside access to the future Prime Minister of the country. He had just learnt about the proposed projects and the land acquisition deals that would precede those. Back in the office, he suggested they … Continue reading Castles in the Air
I came across something else while researching the Rosetta Stone. The claim is that multiple copies of the Rosetta Stone exist. The Rosetta Stone is just one of several stones inscribed with the same decree. Archaeologists have found other fragments and similar inscriptions in different temples across Egypt. The stone wasn’t a singular artefact. It … Continue reading Rosetta Stone – Unhomed
Seasons span decades on Planet Uranus, maybe because of the axial tilt. The planet is known for its eccentric and quirky nature. I wonder if the Universe sees humanity in the same way. Nobody really knows why they act the way they do. Our world has seasons of creativity, technology, hatred, war and peace. In … Continue reading Uranian Instincts
Carry all this gold to your grave,Stack it high—be bold, be brave!Line your tomb with diamond lace,Karma’s blind, but loves good taste. Let angels weigh your golden stash,Ignore the deeds, just count the cash.If guilt arrives, just pay it offA little coin should make it scoff. So hoard it all, don’t share, don’t bendYour karma’s … Continue reading Gold in the Grave
As IWD 2026 approaches with the theme "Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls," this blog explores social justice in its many forms — from gender equity to India's caste-based reservations, capitalism, and who truly holds decision-making power.
I enjoy exploring different perspectives, and my recent research led me to two intriguing different theories regarding dark matter. 1. WIMPs (Weakly Interacting Massive Particles) WIMPs are a leading candidate for dark matter. Understanding their properties can help us uncover the universe's mysteries. This may inspire your curiosity and sense of purpose in this research. … Continue reading Alternative Theories for Dark Matter
The chosen poem is from a book "All We Have" by Sarabjeet Garcha. THE CABREZA From where should we look to taste the whole truth?Every move is yet another enterprise in futilityLike stones sunk in rivers we wait to become lightLike flickers dreamt by someone not on earth or even outside All We Have … … Continue reading Flickers of a Conscience – Glosa
I have sensed the discomfort some people feel in alumni reunions. Not everybody has grown at the same pace. Outwardly, conversations centre around hilarious memories and how people have changed over the years. Inwardly, they size each other up to gauge their relative success or failure. A classmate of mine did not do well academically … Continue reading School Reunion
O water, O water, what is your color?Whatever you mix with, you take on its hue.O water, O water, what is your color?Whatever you touch, you become like that too.O water, O water… In this world, there are people who live simply,Eating dry bread, yet drinking cool water with peace.In this world, there are people … Continue reading O Water
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